A Japanese ivory carving of a gardener and a small boy, Meiji period (1868-1912)
English Silver, Furniture, Oriental and Cape Silver, Decorative Arts and Furniture
LOT 308
A Japanese ivory carving of a gardener and a small boy, Meiji period (1868-1912)
Lot Estimate Change Currency
ZAR 5 000 - 7 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 5 855
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About this Item
A Japanese ivory carving of a gardener and a small boy, Meiji period (1868-1912)
modelled standing on a rocky outcrop with a pair of secateurs in his right hand, his left hand supporting a young boy on his shoulder holding a spray of leaves, raised on a low base, signed with red script, 25cm high
* This lot is not suitable for export.
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